Hajj 2026: The United States Advises Its Citizens Against Pilgrimage to Mecca

Author: Charly HessounPublished on: April 8, 2026Country: Saudi Arabia

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Hajj 2026: The United States Advises Its Citizens Against Pilgrimage to Mecca

The U.S. Embassy in Riyadh has advised American citizens to reconsider their travel plans for Hajj 2026 due to the current security situation and transportation disruptions in Saudi Arabia. Starting April 18, 2026, a valid Hajj permit will be required to access Mecca. Hajj is scheduled from May 25 to 29, with millions of pilgrims expected despite heightened regional tensions due to the ongoing armed conflict in the Middle East.

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